Unlock Your Digital Potential: Exciting Fellowships for CUNY History Doctoral Students
Are you a graduate student in the Ph.D. Program in History at the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate Center? If so, you won’t want to miss this incredible opportunity to join the GC Digital Initiatives (GCDI) team as a fellow.
GCDI is currently seeking applications for three exciting fellowship positions that will allow you to develop valuable digital skills, collaborate with talented peers, and make a meaningful impact on CUNY’s digital landscape. These fellowships are open to CUNY doctoral students and offer unique chances to gain hands-on experience in various digital initiatives.
In this article, we’ll dive into the details of these fellowship opportunities, explore the benefits they provide, and guide you through the application process. Whether you’re interested in social media, digital publishing, or expanding CUNY’s connections with tech companies, there’s a fellowship here that’s perfectly suited for you.
The Fellowships in Focus
GCDI is currently offering three distinct fellowship positions, each with its own focus and responsibilities. Let’s take a closer look at each one:
1. Program Social Media Fellow (PSMF)
As the PSMF, you’ll have the opportunity to work with CUNY’s MA Program in Digital Humanities and MS Program in Data Analysis and Visualization. Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Sharing faculty and student news through social media platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram
- Fostering community engagement with current students and alumni
- Collaborating with other PSMFs to explore new digital tools and strategies for effective engagement
- Developing methods of assessment and offering training to the broader Graduate Center community
This fellowship builds upon the CUNY Digital Project Institute, a recent program funded by the Carol and Milton Petrie Foundation, which aimed to help CUNY undergraduates gain valuable technical skills.
2. Digital Fellow
This fellowship focuses on expanding GCDI’s ability to connect CUNY students with technology companies and cultural institutions in the New York City area. Your work will support the upcoming opening of the Center for Digital Scholarship and Data Visualization. Specific tasks may include:
- Researching and identifying potential industry partners and collaborators
- Coordinating with CUNY career services to connect students with relevant opportunities
- Developing resources and workshop materials to help students prepare for careers in the tech sector
- Assisting with the planning and execution of events and programs related to the Center’s launch
3. Manifold Graduate Fellow
As a Manifold Graduate Fellow, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience with digital publishing on the Manifold platform. This position offers a unique opportunity to:
- Design and lead workshops on using Manifold
- Work one-on-one with CUNY Manifold users to support their projects
- Foster the creation of Open Educational Resources (OER) at CUNY
- Collaborate with the larger Manifold Team to help shape the future of digital publishing
Some of the exciting projects you may work on include the CUNY Student Editions, Black Diasporic Visions, and the Journal of Interactive Technology and Pedagogy (JITP).
Eligibility and Benefits
These fellowships are open to CUNY doctoral students who are passionate about digital scholarship and eager to contribute to the university’s growing digital initiatives. While the specific eligibility criteria vary, here are some key details:
- Manifold Graduate Fellowship: Eligible CUNY doctoral students must have received fewer than 7 years of prior institutional fellowship funding from the Graduate Center.
- Compensation: All fellowships offer competitive compensation, including a graduate assistant B appointment and a financial aid fellowship award. The total compensation for the Manifold Graduate Fellowship, for example, is a minimum of $29,374.
- Benefits: In addition to the financial support, fellows will gain valuable hands-on experience, the opportunity to develop new skills, and the chance to collaborate with a diverse team of digital scholars and technologists.
Applying for the Fellowships
To apply for any of these fellowships, please follow these steps:
- Carefully review the specific requirements and qualifications for the position(s) you’re interested in.
- Prepare the required application materials, which may include a statement of interest, a CV, and contact information for a faculty recommender.
- Submit your application materials to the designated email address by the stated deadline.
For the Manifold Graduate Fellowship, applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, with a priority deadline of May 12, 2023. For the other fellowships, the review of applications will begin on August 21, with positions being filled on a rolling basis.
Remember, GCDI strongly encourages applications from women, Black and Indigenous people of color, and other underrepresented groups in higher education and technology. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community of digital scholars.
Unlock Your Digital Potential at CUNY
These GC Digital Initiatives fellowships present an exciting opportunity for CUNY doctoral students in the Ph.D. Program in History to enhance their digital skills, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to the university’s growing digital ecosystem.
Whether you’re interested in social media management, digital publishing, or industry partnerships, there’s a fellowship that’s tailored to your interests and goals. Don’t miss this chance to unlock your digital potential and make a lasting impact on CUNY’s digital landscape.
To learn more about these fellowships and the application process, please visit the CUNY Graduate Center website or reach out to the GCDI team with any questions.
We encourage you to take advantage of this incredible opportunity and apply today. Good luck!
